5 uses for your old Android phone or iPhone

What uses do my old phones have?

The Internet is full of good ideas and advice of all kinds, especially when we talk about home technology. And among these good ideas, there are some that stand out since They allow us to take advantage of the devices that we have at home and that we do not use. Therefore, after reviewing many corners of the internet, I am going to give you a series of ideas so you can give new life to your old mobile phones. Let's see 5 of the best uses we can give to our old phones.

Surveillance Camera

Surveillance Camera

One of the main uses given to old telephones is to Surveillance Camera. And we cannot ignore that the cell phone cameras from a few years ago are really good. No point of comparison with those black and white security cameras.

Nowadays, cell phone cameras can be used as video surveillance. Obviously, always following local laws, which in the case of Spain do not allow you to record the street, but They are useful at home to prevent theft or at least to be able to prove the theft with evidence.

so you can use the camera as surveillance for any place or corner of your house. Or even if you have a plot, it can be more effective since you can control your land with a simple glance at your phone. You have the following apps that are very interesting for this.

iVcam Webcam
iVcam Webcam
Developer: E2ESOFT
Price: Free
‎iVCam Webcam
‎iVCam Webcam
Developer: 俊红柴
Price: Free+

But we should not always be misinformed, cell phone cameras can serve more than just preventing theft. And it is also They can be used to monitor the little ones in the house when they sleep.

Applications like 3D Baby Monitor It offers you the possibility of being with your child and being able to pay attention to everything that happens to them through the camera and microphone of the mobile phone. And this is one of the apps you need on your mobile if you have babies at home.

And in the case where you don't have children, but you do have pets, it changes a lot but the idea is the same. All worries are too little when it comes to our children or our furry friends..

Babyphone 3G - Video Babyfon
Babyphone 3G - Video Babyfon
Developer: TappyTaps sro
Price: 6,49 €
‎Babyphone 3G
‎Babyphone 3G
Developer: TappyTaps sro
Price: 6,99 €

Remote control

Remote control

The infrared connection that we usually find in mobile phones means that an old mobile device can serve perfectly as a remote control for the home television. In fact There are applications dedicated exclusively to this. These apps show an interface that simulates the appearance of a traditional television remote control and allows you to change channels, increase the volume, change the input port, etc.

Some applications that are used for this are the following.

Fernbedienung für TV
Fernbedienung für TV
Developer: Vsray Technology
Price: Free
‎universal fernbedienung tv
‎universal fernbedienung tv

But it is not only useful for traditional television, which seems to be becoming more obsolete every day, but It can also serve as a home automation controller..

And if you have smart home automation devices at home, they can usually be controlled using a home automation controller. If you install the control apps for these devices on an old terminal that works but that you no longer use, you will have control of the lights, the blinds or even the thermostat. It all depends on how smart your home is.

Applications like Google Home or Apple HomeKit They can be great for controlling home automation at home.

Google Home
Google Home
Developer: Google LLC
Price: Free
‎Home Widget for HomeKit
‎Home Widget for HomeKit
Developer: Clement Marty
Price: Free+

Computer peripheral

Computer peripheral

Your old cell phone can function as a wireless mouse or keyboard for your computer. Applications such as Unified Remote or Remote Mouse allow this functionality. You install the app on your phone and the corresponding software on your computer, and you can control the cursor, write, and even use multi-touch gestures.

This is one perfect solution if your mouse or keyboard has recently broken, or if you need a portable and flexible option at all times.

Unified Remote
Unified Remote
Developer: unified intents
Price: Free
Unified Remote
Unified Remote
Developer: unified intents
Price: Free+

Digital photo frame

Digital photo frame

An old mobile phone is ideal to be used as a digital photo frame. With apps like Frameo, you can show a continuous slideshow with your favorite photos and videos. Place it in a visible place in your home and you'll have a beautiful and dynamic way to relive memories and keep your loved ones close, without the need for a dedicated digital frame.

Frameo: Share to photo frames
Frameo: Share to photo frames
Developer: Frameo
Price: Free
‎Framing
‎Framing
Developer: Frameo A/S
Price: Free+

Children's play center

Children's play center

Children often do not take the necessary care with electronic devices. Instead of giving them your new phone, prepare an old one with a launcher and suitable games.

Applications like Kids Place or Kids360 They allow you to personalize the mobile, making that is safe and suitable for the little ones. You can install educational and entertaining games, ensuring they do not access inappropriate content and without the risk of damaging your primary device.

I'm going to use these launchers so that you can prepare the mobile for the little ones, but also, I'm going to give you a list of tamagotchi type games that the little ones in the house will surely love.

‎Kids360: kindergarten app
‎Kids360: kindergarten app

I hope these have helped you or at least surprised you. 5 uses for old phones that you have forgotten at home. But you, surely you know some new example or use that I haven't thought of. Tell me in comments What do you use your old cell phones for?


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